How to Apply for Nigeria Police Force Recruitment 2025

The Nigeria Police Force has announced a large-scale recruitment exercise for eligible Nigerians. The Police Service Commission, working with the Nigeria Police Force, is inviting applications for enlistment as Police Constables.

This recruitment follows a directive from the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. The process is open to candidates who meet the stated requirements.

Entry categories

Applicants may apply under two main categories.

Category A: General duty recruits

Category B: Specialist recruits

Medical services

Transport services

EOD-CBRN unit

K9 unit

Mounted troop

Marine unit

Artisans

Tailoring unit

Communication unit

Information technology

Band section

Eligibility requirements

Applicants must meet the following conditions:

Academic and professional qualifications

General duty applicants

Specialist applicants

What applicants can expect

How to apply

Applications must be completed online through the Nigeria Police Force recruitment portal at npfapplication.psc.gov.ng.

Applicants must have:

Specialist applicants must also upload trade test certificates. Drivers are required to upload a valid driver’s licence.

Screening and important notes

All applicants will take part in physical screening, medical checks, aptitude tests, and background verification. The process will be closely monitored to ensure fairness.

Any form of bribery or payment request will be investigated and punished if confirmed.

For help and further details, applicants may check the official Nigeria Police Force social media pages, read the Frequently Asked Questions section, or call 09060483893, 09135006008, or 09135006009.

The recruitment portal opens on 15 December 2025 and closes on 25 January 2026.